GAP Grant Funder: Community Arts Partnership of Tompkins County Inc (NY, US) Geographic Scope: Tompkins County, NY Contact: Community Arts Partnership, 110 N. Tioga Street (Tompkins Center for…
Grants for Arts
Arts grants support visual arts, performing arts, literary arts, cultural preservation, and creative organizations. The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) is the flagship federal funder, distributing over $160 million annually. State arts councils, foundations like the Andy Warhol Foundation and Mellon Foundation, and corporate sponsors provide extensive additional funding.
GAR Foundation: Grants for Nonprofits Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gar Foundation Last Updated: July 06, 2025 Summary The GAR Foundation supports nonprofits in Akron, Ohio, focusing on initiatives that…
Garden-Scale Art Exhibition Status: Ongoing Geographic Scope: Open to artists internationally; no residency requirement, though travel stipend not available Focus Areas: Garden-scale outdoor art…
Garneau-Nicon Family Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Garneau-Nicon Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary The Garneau-Nicon Family Foundation Grant…
Gary S. Wilmer / RAMI Music Scholarship Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation of Northern Illinois Last Updated: September 22, 2025 Summary The Gary S. Wilmer / RAMI Music Scholarship…
Gayle Sundt Creative Arts Fund Status: Active (mentioned in grants listing) Geographic Scope: White Bear Lake Area School District (Minnesota) Focus Area: Creative arts support Overview: Listed among…
Gaylord Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: E L And Thelma Gaylord Foundation Last Updated: November 25, 2025 Summary The E.L. and Thelma Gaylord Foundation, established in 1994, supports…
GCAC Capital Expense Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Columbus Arts Council Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary The GCAC Capital Expense Grants support…
GCAC General Support Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Columbus Arts Council Last Updated: March 19, 2026 Summary The GCAC General Support Grant provides essential funding to small to mid-sized…
GCAC Project Support: Events, Festivals, Series Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greater Columbus Arts Council Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 21, 2026 Summary The GCAC Project Support…
GCCF Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gulf Coast Community Foundation Inc Amount: Up to US $25,000 Last Updated: March 06, 2026 Summary The GCCF Community Grants, offered by Gulf Coast…
GCCF: Community Impact Grants - Community Enhancement Status: ACTIVE Funder: Greenwood County Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 02, 2026 Summary The GCCF Community…
GCCF: Grant Requests Status: ACTIVE Funder: Midland Area Community Foundation Last Updated: March 02, 2026 Summary The Gladwin County Community Foundation (GCCF) is dedicated to enhancing community…
GCF: “For the Good of Golden” Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Golden Civic Foundation Amount: US $500 - US $5,000 Last Updated: January 26, 2026 Summary The Golden Civic Foundation's "For the Good of…
GCRA- Community Partnership Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department (PRCA) Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 23, 2026…
GCRA- Downtown Events Grant Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department (PRCA) Amount: Up to US $5,000 Last Updated: January 14, 2026 Summary…
Gee Hing Chinese Company Charitable Trust - Program Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gee Hing Chinese Company Charitable Trust Last Updated: August 15, 2025 Summary The Gee Hing Chinese Company…
Gelvin Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gelvin Foundation Last Updated: March 25, 2026 Summary The Gelvin Foundation, established by Lyle M. Gelvin, supports non-profit organizations primarily…
Gene Conley Foundation Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Gene Conley Foundation Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The Gene Conley Foundation Grant supports religious, charitable, scientific, literary,…
General Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Hillsdale County Community Foundation Last Updated: March 14, 2026 Summary The Hillsdale County Community Foundation offers General Foundation Grants…
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I apply for an NEA grant?
- The NEA offers grants through multiple programs including Art Works, Challenge America, Our Town, and Research: Art Works. Applications are submitted through Grants.gov. Most require 501(c)(3) status or government affiliation. The NEA funds in specific disciplines (dance, design, literature, media arts, music, theater, visual arts) with distinct application cycles.
- Can individual artists get grants?
- The NEA's direct individual grants are limited to Literature Fellowships and honorary awards. However, many state arts councils, foundations (Pollock-Krasner, United States Artists, Creative Capital), and residency programs provide direct artist funding. Fiscal sponsorship through organizations like Fractured Atlas opens additional grant opportunities for individual artists.
- Are there grants for community arts programs?
- Yes. The NEA's Our Town program funds creative placemaking. State and regional arts councils heavily fund community programming. Foundations like ArtPlace America, the Kresge Foundation, and local community foundations support community arts. CDBG funds can support arts-based community development projects.
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